Experts say the key factors behind it are labor shortages, equipment availability, and the ripple effect of global bottlenecks.
Once a product makes it to the U.S. the domestic shortage of truck drivers is an added problem, making it harder to fill those empty shelves.
Diesel fuel hit a national average of $5.53 per gallon, and the jump in prices could ultimately affect the cost of goods. According to the American Trucking Association, the industry was short a record 80,000 drivers in 2021, and more than 70% of freight is transported via trucks. Newsy is the nation’s only free 24/7 national news network. You can find Newsy using your TV’s digital antenna or stream for free. See all the ways you can watch Newsy here.
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